Since 1945, Asia has been more prone to conflict over territory than other regions in the world.

Asia accounts for the greatest number of disputes over territory that have become militarized and that have escalated into interstate wars.

Disputes in Asia have been less likely to be settled, accounting for the lowest rate of settlement when compared with other regions.

Asia today has more territorial disputes than any other part of the world, accounting for 38 percent of all active disputes.

When combined with the rise of new powers, which are involved in multiple territorial disputes, territorial and maritime boundary disputes are poised to become an increasing source of tension and instability in Asia.

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